NSW Real Estate News
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Reaching his peak: Mark Poole launches Poole Property
After 12 years in real estate, Mark Poole has decided to take the plunge and create something extraordinary - launching Poole Property in partnership with UrbanX.
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Former Fairfax family estate hits the market for $12 million
A stunning country estate that was built for media mogul John Fairfax's grandson, has hit the market with an asking price of $12 million.
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NSW Government appoints first rental commissioner
The NSW Government has appointed its first-ever rental commissioner in a role it has termed will be a “voice for renters”.
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NSW Government’s Rental Fairness Bill could worsen the housing crisis
The NSW Government’s proposed Rental Fairness Bill is anything but fair according to real estate experts who fear it will only make the state’s housing crisis worse.
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Stone Real Estate joins forces with Propic to leverage leading Artificial Intelligence technology
Stone Real Estate has announced a game-changing partnership with Propic, a leading Australian real estate PropTech innovator.
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The majority of agents are complying with NSW rent bidding laws
The vast majority of agents in NSW are doing the right thing and complying with rental bidding laws according to NSW Fair Trading.
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RE/MAX Metro on the move
Changes are afoot at RE/MAX Metro, with the Sydney real estate office relocating to the Lower North Shore suburb of St Leonards and ownership transferring to experienced property leasing and management professional, Serena Tang.
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States desperate for social housing as rough sleeping numbers spike
The government needs to build 6000 new social houses every year for the next decade to end homelessness according to a new report.
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Your chance to own a former theme park
The former Fantasy Glades theme park in Port Macquarie is up for sale with potential buyers able to relive their childhood adventures.
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NSW vacancy rates ease but crisis not over
Vacancy rates have lifted across some parts of NSW but the state’s peak industry body has warned the rental crisis is far from over.
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Why a distinctive brand is important: lessons from a recent trademark case
It’s no secret that real estate is a competitive business. Day in, day out, agents are competing for the attention of vendors and seeking ways to stand out from the crowd.
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Sydney’s Macarthur area to gain a new agency with Richardson & Wrench Campbelltown
Leading real estate group Richardson & Wrench is welcoming a new member to its growing family of agencies in Sydney’s South West, with the launch of its Campbelltown office.
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The Sydney suburbs tipped to see values rise
With home prices rebounding across Sydney in recent months, a number of high-profile suburbs including Kogarah Bay, North Bondi and Paddington are tipped to see even more growth according to a new report.
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Sydney council proposes tax on empty homes
In an effort to combat the housing affordability crisis and increase the availability of rental properties, the Inner West Council in Sydney has put forward a proposal for a tax on empty homes.
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Rent bidding legislation could prove problematic
Proposed legislation to eliminate “secret rent bidding” is currently before NSW parliament, but the head of the state’s leading real estate industry body fears it could be difficult to manage in practicality.
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Connecting the community: Clint Harris joins The Agency on NSW Central Coast
When Clint Harris talks about real estate he doesn’t just focus on bricks and mortar, he also loves to connect buyers with the local community.
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Premium Sydney suburbs recovering the quickest
The Sydney suburbs that recorded the biggest price falls last year are the same ones that are leading the charge now that the market is recovering.
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Short-term rentals not behind housing crisis
A real estate expert that specialises in short-term holiday rentals has said banning them would not solve the nation’s housing crisis but it could decimate small, regional economies that rely on tourism.
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New shared equity fund to help hundreds of buyers
An innovative real estate industry leader is looking to help as many as 200 homebuyers get their foot on the property ladder over the next 12 months through a new shared equity fund for residential property.
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Ben Reynolds makes the move in Mudgee to UrbanX
Ben Reynolds, fuelled by his long-time dream of making a mark in the real estate industry, has made the leap and launched Reynolds Estate Agents in partnership with UrbanX. Based in the stunning Mudgee region in rural NSW, Ben has earned a stellar reputation as one of the most respected agents in the area. As a result, he has decided…
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Deposit scheme allows Aussies to fast-track property ownership
An innovative deposit scheme is giving buyers along the East Coast of Australia the opportunity to buy off-the-plan homes sooner than if they had to save a full, lump sum deposit.
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New NSW Government must address housing crisis
New South Wales may have a new premier in Chris Minns, but the state is still afflicted by the same widespread housing crisis, with leading property bodies calling for change.
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NSW and QLD top the list of recession-proof suburbs
NSW and QLD have a number of locations that could hold up in value in the event of a recession according to an expert.
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Investors sell, rent bidding ban backfires, property managers leave as rental crisis rolls on
The overwhelming majority of investors are not wealthy property magnates flush with money, but cash-strapped mums and dads who are leaving the residential market because it’s just too hard, a leading property manager says.
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The Sydney suburbs bucking the trend with double-digit growth
Despite property prices declining across Sydney over the past 12 months, a number of suburbs have seen double-digit capital growth with values potentially “bottoming out”.
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How three mates started their own agency and simplified their lives
I’m sure you’ve heard the story that being the principal of a real estate agency can be hell.
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Entry Education expands and sets a new pace in NSW
Australia's largest real estate academy, Entry Education, is expanding its operations in NSW.
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Fair Trading to start attending OFIs from late March
NSW Fair Trading representatives will begin attending rental inspections from late March to ensure compliance with new rent bidding laws, the government has confirmed.
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Top Sydney agents step up with new agency
The Northern Beaches of Sydney beware… Chris Aldren and Tulo Sila have joined forces to launch The North Agency, in partnership with UrbanX, and are set to seriously step up the real estate game.
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Elders opens six new locations with Emms Mooney Acquisition
Elders will significantly expand their NSW footprint, announcing the acquisition of the Emms Mooney real estate and livestock business from 1 March 2023.
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Learn what happened when this agent left a team to build his own agency
When Cham Godakanda decided it was his time to shine, one of his big concerns was how his decision would be perceived by his team.
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100 days in: Craig Pontey shares highlights from time at McGrath Double Bay
We've been closely watching leaders' first 100 days since the times of President Roosevelt, and the two co-principals of McGrath Double Bay are no exception.
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REINSW launches Rent Crisis Action campaign
The Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) has launched a campaign to address the housing crisis affecting tenants and property owners in Australia.
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How city real estate prices affect country areas
A new study has revealed the link between house prices in the coastal regions of NSW and Greater Sydney, shedding light on the factors that drive house price movements in those areas.
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Elders Lifestyle Group expands again in regional NSW
Renowned Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast agency Elders Lifestyle Group, continues to expand its footprint on the Northern NSW Coast after acquiring a stake in existing office, Elders Grafton, and the upcoming purchase of another agency that will be announced on March 1.
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